2003 Acura EL vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 300 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL, 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, 2004 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Acura | Morgan |
Model | EL | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |