2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, both 2008 Ford Mustang and 2008 MG TF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 521 kg more than 2008 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mustang (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2008 MG TF | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Mustang | TF |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |