2009 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Eagle Talon. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Eagle Talon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Eagle Talon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Eagle Talon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2002 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | BMW | Eagle |
| Model | 330 | Talon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
