2005 MG TF vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 8 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 MG TF.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | MG | Mini |
| Model | TF | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
