2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Morgan Plus 8 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 675 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Plus 8 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
Model | E | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |