2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford TE-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford TE-50 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 466 kg more than 2003 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 TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | TE-50 | TF |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
