2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 660 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 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Morgan 4 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Morgan | Subaru |
Model | 4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |