2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Morgan 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Morgan 44 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 943 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Accord | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
