2004 Morgan 4 vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2004 Morgan 4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4.
Because 2004 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 2004 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 806, 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, 1999 Peugeot 806 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Morgan 4 | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 806 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
