2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 Morgan Plus 8 and 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 73 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 490 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2005 Morgan Plus 8 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 Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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 Plus 8 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Morgan | Toyota |
Model | Plus 8 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |