2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 MG TF
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 1 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. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 476 kg more than 2006 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 Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 2006 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Ranger | TF |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 8.8 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 | 1656 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |