2004 MG TF vs. 2003 Opel Omega
To start off, 2004 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Omega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Omega would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Omega (142 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Omega weights approximately 565 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, 2003 Opel Omega (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 2003 Opel Omega | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Omega |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
