2007 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2003 MG TF

To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1608 kg more than 2003 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MG TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Discovery (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Land Rover Discovery 2003 MG TF
Make Land Rover MG
Model Discovery TF
Year Released 2007 2003
Body Type SUV Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2720 cc 1588 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2708 kg 1100 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 50 L