2002 MG TF vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG TF weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
