2002 Morgan 4 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 515 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 2002 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda 5 (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Morgan 4 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Morgan | Mazda |
| Model | 4 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
