1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 5 kg more than 1997 Ford Falcon. 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Falcon | 2005 MG XPower | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Falcon | XPower |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |