2008 MG TF vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 MG TF and 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 29 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 Polo, 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 Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | TF | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
