2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 222 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Mustang | TF |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |