2006 Morgan 44 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 686 kg more than 2006 Morgan 44.
Because 2006 Morgan 44 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 2006 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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, both vehicles can yield 160 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan 44 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Morgan | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 13.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
