2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 368 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V 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 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Morgan | Honda |
| Model | Plus 8 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
