2003 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 MG TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Land Rover Freelander | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Freelander | TF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2380 mm |
