1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 507 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 1999 Morgan Plus 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 Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Plus 4 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
