2005 Ford GT vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (159 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 394 kg more than 2006 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 GT (678 Nm) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 2006 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | GT | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
