2007 MG TF vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2007 MG TF and 2007 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 710 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.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2007 MG TF has manual transmission. 2007 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 MG TF | 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | MG | Chevrolet |
Model | TF | Captiva |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |