2005 Morgan 4 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Morgan | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
