2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2005 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 2005 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4, 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (447 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Audi | Morgan |
| Model | A4 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1784 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
