2007 MG TF vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 2007 MG TF and 2000 Toyota Celica are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 61 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Because 2007 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 2007 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | TF | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
