2004 MG XPower vs. 2003 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2004 MG XPower is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 2003 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 MG XPower.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG XPower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2004 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG XPower | 2003 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | XPower | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2488 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
