2004 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, both 2004 Caterham 7 and 2004 MG TF were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Caterham 7 | 2004 MG TF | |
Make | Caterham | MG |
Model | 7 | TF |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |