2005 BMW 318 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 318 and 2008 MG TF are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 318 | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 318 | TF |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |