2005 MG TF vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 247 kg more than 2005 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | MG | Ford |
| Model | TF | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1447 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
