2002 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. Both 2002 Mercedes-Benz C and 2006 Morgan 44 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 585 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C | 44 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
