2007 Honda Element vs. 1997 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan 4.
Because 1997 Morgan 4 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 1997 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1997 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Element | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |