2006 MG TF vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG TF would be higher. Both 2006 MG TF and 2008 MG TF are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 MG TF. (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2006 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 14 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, 2008 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG TF | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | TF | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.6 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 | 1180 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
