2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 350 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Morgan | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
