1998 Morgan 4 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Morgan 4 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
| Model | 4 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 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 | 160 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
