2004 MG TF vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF weights approximately 20 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
Because 2004 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
