2000 BMW 320 vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 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 147 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2005 MG XPower | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 320 | XPower |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
