2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2005 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 4 (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cee'd. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Morgan 4.
Because 2005 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Cee'd (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2005 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Morgan |
| Model | Cee'd | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
