2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 452 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX, 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 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | C-MAX | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
