2002 MG TF vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 5 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 554 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 MG TF | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
