2004 MG XPower vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2004 MG XPower is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 MG XPower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG XPower | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | MG | Plymouth |
| Model | XPower | Breeze |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
