2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1955 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1488 kg more than 1955 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1955 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Durango | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |