2004 MG XPower vs. 2004 Porsche 911

To start off, both 2004 MG XPower and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (385 Nm). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

2004 MG XPower 2004 Porsche 911
Make MG Porsche
Model XPower 911
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Size 4600 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 385 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2360 mm


 

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