2004 Morgan 4 vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 314 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Seat Altea, 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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Morgan 4 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Morgan | Seat |
Model | 4 | Altea |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 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 | 880 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |