2003 Honda Accord vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, both 2003 Honda Accord 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 300 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 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Accord | TF |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |