2005 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4.
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 Honda Civic, 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 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Civic | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |