2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Corvette | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
