2003 Acura TL 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 TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura TL weights approximately 698 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 TL, 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, 2003 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4. 2003 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura TL | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | TL | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
