2009 Honda Element vs. 2004 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element will offer significantly more control. 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Morgan 4. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2004 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2004 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2004 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Morgan |
| Model | Element | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
