2005 Morgan 44 vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora

To start off, both 2005 Morgan 44 and 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora (248 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Morgan 44 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 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Morgan 44 2005 Oldsmobile Aurora
Make Morgan Oldsmobile
Model 44 Aurora
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1790 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 248 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 3900 mm 5070 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2860 mm