2006 Morgan Plus 8 vs. 2010 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2010 Toyota Aygo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 120 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Plus 8 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2010 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | 2010 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Morgan | Toyota |
| Model | Plus 8 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
