2003 MG TF vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 MG TF.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
