Eagle Talon vs Ford Probe
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1997 Ford Probe
Overview
| Spec | Eagle TalonBase | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Base |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1998 | 1997 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Eagle TalonBase | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Eagle TalonBase | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.9 gal (best) | 15.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Eagle TalonBase | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 140 hp (best) | 118 hp |
| Torque | 130 lb-ft (best) | 127 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Eagle TalonBase | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Doors | 3 | 3 |
| Cargo volume | 16.6 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,729 lbs | 2,690 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 98.8 in | 102.8 in (best) |
| Length | 174.9 in | 178.7 in (best) |
| Width | 68.7 in | 69.8 in (best) |
| Height | 51 in | 51.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Eagle TalonBase | Ford ProbeBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 1 (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Eagle Talon | Ford Probe |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | ESi $0 MSRP | GT $0 MSRP |
| 3 | TSi $0 MSRP | — |
| 4 | TSi $0 MSRP | — |
Eagle Talon vs Ford Probe FAQ
- Which is better: 1998 Eagle Talon or 1997 Ford Probe?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1998 Eagle Talon vs 1997 Ford Probe on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 1998 Eagle Talon or 1997 Ford Probe?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1998 Eagle Talon starts lower at $0.
- Which has better combinedMpg: 1998 Eagle Talon or 1997 Ford Probe?
- The 1997 Ford Probe leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 1998 Eagle Talon or 1997 Ford Probe?
- The 1998 Eagle Talon leads on horsepower in this comparison (210).