2003 Holden Astra vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, both 2003 Holden Astra 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. Both 2003 Holden Astra and 2003 MG TF are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Holden Astra.
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 Holden Astra, 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 MG TF (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Astra | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Holden | MG |
| Model | Astra | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
