2006 MG TF vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, both 2006 MG TF and 2006 Suzuki Reno were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG TF weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Because 2006 MG TF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Reno (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Reno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
| Make | MG | Suzuki |
| Model | TF | Reno |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
