2003 MG TF vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1155 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.
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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 18.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 135 L |
