2004 MG TF vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2004 MG TF and 2004 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 305 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.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG TF | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | MG | Porsche |
Model | TF | 996 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |