2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 927 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
| Model | 4 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
