2001 Morgan 4 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2001 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2001 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Morgan 4 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
