2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 807 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
