2004 MG XPower vs. 2004 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2004 MG XPower and 2004 Vauxhall Astra 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 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (118 HP @ 3250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 147 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Astra, 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG XPower | 2004 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | MG | Vauxhall |
Model | XPower | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |