2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2002 MG TF
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG TF would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2002 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG TF.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 736 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2002 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | F-450 | TF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 50 L |
