2004 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Morgan 4 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 2000 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 6 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 6 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
