2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 MG XPower

To start off, 2003 MG XPower is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 242 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG XPower. 2000 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2003 MG XPower has manual transmission. 2003 MG XPower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford Falcon 2003 MG XPower
Make Ford MG
Model Falcon XPower
Year Released 2000 2003
Engine Size 4942 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 268 HP 318 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1298 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2680 mm


 

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