2000 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 740 kg more than 2000 Morgan 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 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Morgan 4 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Morgan | Jaguar |
Model | 4 | XK |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2752 mm |