2008 MG TF vs. 2001 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 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 MG TF (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

2008 MG TF 2001 Toyota Condor
Make MG Toyota
Model TF Condor
Year Released 2008 2001
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1194 kg 1446 kg
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 70 L


 

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