2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 1 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | F-250 | TF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 50 L |
