2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 MG TF were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | TF |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |