2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 693 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2002 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2002 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Lumina | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |