2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 5 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. Both 2005 Chevrolet Prizm and 2000 Morgan 4 are equipped with a 1,794 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 120 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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Prizm | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |