2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 710 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.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 MG TF has manual transmission. 2002 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
| Model | E | TF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
