2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2005 Morgan Plus 8 and 2005 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 710 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 8 | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
