2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, both 2007 Mazda RX-8 and 2007 MG TF were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Mazda | MG |
Model | RX-8 | TF |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |