2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Morgan 4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Lotus | Morgan |
Model | Elise | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |