2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1997 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 341 kg more than 1997 Morgan Plus 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1997 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1997 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1997 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | TrailBlazer | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |