2002 Ford Focus vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, both 2002 Ford Focus and 2002 MG TF were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 MG TF (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 MG TF.
Because 2002 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 2002 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2002 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Focus | TF |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |