2002 MG TF vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager

To start off, 2002 MG TF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 700 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, 2000 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.

Compare all specifications:

2002 MG TF 2000 Plymouth Voyager
Make MG Plymouth
Model TF Voyager
Year Released 2002 2000
Body Type Roadster Minivan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 131 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1800 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2880 mm


 

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