2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. Both 2004 Mercedes-Benz C and 1997 Morgan 4 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 725 kg more than 1997 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | C | 4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
