2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 1993 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 1993 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morgan |
| Model | Mountaineer | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 137 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
