2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Plus 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Plus 8 would be higher. At 3,945 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Morgan Plus 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Morgan | Audi |
| Model | Plus 8 | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
