2005 MG TF vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, both 2005 MG TF and 2005 Opel Zafira were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
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 Opel Zafira, 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 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | TF | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
