2003 Morgan 4 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4.
Because 2003 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 2003 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, 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 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan 4 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
