2007 MG TF vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2007 MG TF and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 488 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 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2007 MG TF | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | MG | Volkswagen |
Model | TF | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |