2004 Lincoln LS vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, both 2004 Lincoln LS 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 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (280 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 629 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (388 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF. 2004 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 2004 MG TF has manual transmission. 2004 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln LS | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | Lincoln | MG |
| Model | LS | TF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1729 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
