2003 Honda Z vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Z weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan 44. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Z | 44 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
