2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 60 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | F-350 | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
