2002 Honda Accord vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, both 2002 Honda Accord 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 236 kg more than 2002 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2002 MG TF | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Accord | TF |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |