2003 MG XPower vs. 2005 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Panoz AIV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Panoz AIV. (301 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Panoz AIV. 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, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Panoz AIV. (408 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
2003 MG XPower | 2005 Panoz AIV | |
Make | MG | Panoz |
Model | XPower | AIV |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |