1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Ford Scorpio. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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 Ford Scorpio (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Scorpio | TF |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |