2002 MG TF vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1024 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 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 MG TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Navara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
