2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan Roadster would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 26 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
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 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Roadster. (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Mustang | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |