2003 MG TF vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 9 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 600 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2003 MG TF has manual transmission. 2003 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | TF | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
