2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2003 Scion xB
To start off, both 2003 Morgan Aero 8 and 2003 Scion xB were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Scion xB. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Scion xB weights approximately 108 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2003 Morgan Aero 8 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 Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Scion xB, 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 Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Scion xB. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Scion xB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 2003 Scion xB | |
| Make | Morgan | Scion |
| Model | Aero 8 | xB |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
