2007 MG TF vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (134 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Venga weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 MG TF.
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, 2012 Kia Venga, 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, 2012 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 2012 Kia Venga | |
| Make | MG | Kia |
| Model | TF | Venga |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
