2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1994 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 575 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Kia | Morgan |
Model | Sportage | 4 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |