2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. 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 169 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 496 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran, 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Aero 8 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
