2007 MG TF vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 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 MG TF (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | TF | TF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
