2008 MG TF vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2008 MG TF and 2008 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 225 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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 190 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG TF | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | TF | Golf |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 190 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
