2005 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1581 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover LR3 | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Land Rover | Morgan |
Model | LR3 | 4 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 427 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |