2004 MG TF vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, both 2004 MG TF and 2004 Renault Espace were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 715 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 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, 2004 Renault Espace, 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, 2004 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | TF | Espace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
