1996 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1176 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Morgan 4 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Morgan | Kia |
Model | 4 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |