2007 MG TF vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 MG TF would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG TF weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | MG | Suzuki |
| Model | TF | Equator |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
