2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 460 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 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (230 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mazda | Morgan |
| Model | 6 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
