2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 MG TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | Land Rover | MG |
| Model | Defender | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
