2004 MG TF vs. 2004 MG TF 160 Roadster
To start off, both 2004 MG TF and 2004 MG TF 160 Roadster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF 160 Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF 160 Roadster (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 MG TF . (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF 160 Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF . With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG TF 160 Roadster weights approximately 90 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 MG TF 160 Roadster (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF . (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 MG TF 160 Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF .
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 2004 MG TF 160 Roadster | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | TF | TF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
