2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, both 2003 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (167 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 550 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2003 MG TF | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
Model | E | TF |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |