2006 BMW 525 vs. 2004 MG TF
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG TF would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2004 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 525 | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
