2004 Acura TL vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura TL weights approximately 468 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 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 2006 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura TL, 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, 2004 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura TL | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Acura | Morgan |
| Model | TL | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
