1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Ram | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |