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 |