2009 BMW 118 vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 MG TF would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 118 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 BMW 118 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 2007 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 118 | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
