2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Morgan |
Model | Santa Fe | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |