2007 Morgan 44 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 570 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.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Morgan 44. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Morgan 44 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Morgan | Subaru |
Model | 44 | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |