1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 MG TF. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2004 MG TF has manual transmission. 2004 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Caprice | TF |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
