2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 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 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1195 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 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Discovery | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
| Model | Discovery | 4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
