2007 Honda Element vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF.
Because 2002 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 2002 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element, 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Element | TF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
