2003 Morgan 4 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 694 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4. 2010 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2003 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2003 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan 4 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Morgan | Ford |
| Model | 4 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
