2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Morgan 44 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 750 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Lexus | Morgan |
Model | IS | 44 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |