2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, both 2005 Ford Bantam 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 1,753 cc, 2005 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Bantam, 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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Bantam | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1588 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
