1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 465 kg more than 2003 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2003 MG TF has manual transmission. 2003 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Daewoo | MG |
Model | Chairman | TF |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |