2003 MG TF vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Frogster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Frogster would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 98 kg more than 2003 MG TF.
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, 2001 Opel Frogster, 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 MG TF (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Frogster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
