2005 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Audi A4 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1998 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Audi | Morgan |
Model | A4 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |