2002 MG TF vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 285 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, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF. 1996 Toyota Lexcen 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. 1996 Toyota Lexcen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
