2005 MG TF vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 MG TF and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 335 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.4 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 | 1170 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
