2003 MG TF vs. 2003 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2003 MG TF and 2003 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. 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, 2003 Nissan Almera, 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 Nissan Almera (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 2003 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Almera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
