2003 Honda Accord vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. 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 4 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 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 | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
