2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. Both 2000 Chevrolet Prizm and 2004 Morgan 4 are equipped with a 1,794 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Prizm | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |