2008 MG TF vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 MG TF would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1514 kg more than 2008 MG TF.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG TF. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 MG TF | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | MG | Land Rover |
Model | TF | Defender |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |