2003 MG XPower vs. 2012 Acura TL

To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 9 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 MG XPower.

Because 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MG XPower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.

Compare all specifications:

2003 MG XPower 2012 Acura TL
Make MG Acura
Model XPower TL
Year Released 2003 2012
Engine Size 4600 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 318 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1765 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4928 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1453 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2776 mm