2003 Acura EL vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, both 2003 Acura EL and 2003 MG TF were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL, 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Acura | MG |
Model | EL | TF |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |