2005 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 8 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, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia RIO weights approximately 69 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, 2013 Kia RIO, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Morgan Plus 8 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Morgan | Kia |
| Model | Plus 8 | RIO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3945 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
