2000 Ford Artic vs. 2006 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Ford Artic. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Artic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Artic weights approximately 78 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic. 2000 Ford Artic has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Artic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Artic | 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Artic | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3998 cc | 4396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |