1999 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1999 Morgan Plus 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. 2013 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1999 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Morgan Plus 4 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Morgan | GMC |
Model | Plus 4 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 472 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 6330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4000 mm |