2003 MG TF vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, both 2003 MG TF and 2003 TVR Tamora were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Tamora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Tamora (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Tamora should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora.
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 TVR Tamora (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Tamora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MG TF | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
Make | MG | TVR |
Model | TF | Tamora |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |