1996 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 971 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
| Model | 4 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
