2004 MG TF vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2004 MG TF and 2004 Seat Alhambra 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
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 Seat Alhambra, 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 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG TF | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | MG | Seat |
Model | TF | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |