2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1995 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1995 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Morgan 4 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 1995 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 1995 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Caliber | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
