2005 Morgan 4 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 4. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 530 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan 4 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Morgan | Subaru |
Model | 4 | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2615 mm |