2003 MG XPower vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 178 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 182 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 MG XPower is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 MG XPower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG XPower | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | XPower | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2685 mm |
