2003 MG TF vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 240 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
