2006 MG TF vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | MG | Smart |
| Model | TF | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 33 L |
