2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1999 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1999 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1999 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1999 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1999 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Morgan |
| Model | Sprinter | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2500 mm |
