2005 MG TF vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2005 MG TF and 2005 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 398 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 Volkswagen Touran, 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MG TF | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | MG | Volkswagen |
Model | TF | Touran |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.5 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 | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |