1999 Holden Commodore vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 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 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Commodore | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Commodore | TF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
