2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 974 kg more than 1996 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan Plus 4. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1996 Morgan Plus 4 has manual transmission. 1996 Morgan Plus 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Sierra | 1996 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | GMC | Morgan |
Model | Sierra | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 312 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2500 mm |