2004 MG TF vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG TF would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 501 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF. 2010 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2004 MG TF has manual transmission. 2004 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | MG | Dodge |
| Model | TF | Charger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
