2007 Honda Element vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,354 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 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 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 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Element | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 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 | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |