2007 MG TF vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 188 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 MG TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | TF | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
