2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1955 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morgan Plus 4. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 1955 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Morgan |
| Model | Cherokee | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
