1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Falcon | TF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
