2005 Morgan 4 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Morgan 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 315 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, 2002 Volkswagen Bora, 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 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 4 | 2002 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
