2005 MG TF vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, both 2005 MG TF and 2005 Toyota Vitz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG TF weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Vitz, 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 (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Vitz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
