2008 MG TF vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2008 MG TF and 2008 Nissan Versa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
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 Nissan Versa, 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 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG TF | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | TF | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
