2004 MG TF vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 9 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 2,013 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1299 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 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | MG | Land Rover |
| Model | TF | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2158 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1784 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2745 mm |
