2005 MG TF vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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. Both 2005 MG TF and 2003 MG TF are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | TF | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
