2005 AC Aceca vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2005 AC Aceca is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Aceca weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Aceca | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | AC | MG |
| Model | Aceca | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
