2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 905 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 Mercedes-Benz E (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morgan |
| Model | E | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
