2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 MG TF were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
Because 2005 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 2005 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3, 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, 2005 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Audi | MG |
| Model | A3 | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
