2004 MG TF vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 8 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 184 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | TF | Touran |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
