2000 Ford Focus vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF.
Because 2005 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Focus | TF |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
