2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz R and 2005 Morgan Roadster were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (224 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | R | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
