2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent, 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, 2008 MG TF (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Accent | TF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
