2007 MG TF vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 6 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 37 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 70 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, 2013 Honda Insight, 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG TF | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | MG | Honda |
| Model | TF | Insight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
