2004 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster

To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 472 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.

Because 2005 Morgan Roadster 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 Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, 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 Roadster (285 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Accord 2005 Morgan Roadster
Make Honda Morgan
Model Accord Roadster
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 285 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1412 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2500 mm


 

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