2004 Mazda B2300 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2002 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 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2300 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | B2300 | TF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| 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 | 135 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
