2003 MG XPower vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG XPower | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | XPower | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
