1999 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 542 kg more than 1999 Morgan 4.
Because 1999 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan 4 | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
