2007 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF.
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, 2007 Ford Mustang (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mustang | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Mustang | TF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
