2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1958 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1381 kg more than 1958 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1958 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Cherokee | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
