2003 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, both 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 690 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 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MG TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2003 MG TF has manual transmission. 2003 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Santa Fe | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
