1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 920 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
Model | Plus 4 | Korando |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |