2003 MG XPower vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 MG XPower is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 MG XPower.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MG XPower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG XPower. 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG XPower | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | XPower | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3270 mm |
