2000 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1995 Rover MGF
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover MGF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover MGF would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Rover MGF. (145 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover MGF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover MGF weights approximately 177 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover MGF. (236 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover MGF.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Trans Am | 1995 Rover MGF | |
Make | Pontiac | Rover |
Model | Trans Am | MGF |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |