2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1431 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.
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, 2012 GMC Sierra (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Morgan | GMC |
| Model | 4 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
