2005 Morgan 44 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1415 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 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan 44. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan 44 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1790 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 96 L |
