2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2001 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 993 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Morgan 4. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2001 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2001 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | 300 | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
