2004 MG XPower vs. 2005 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Solara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG XPower 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Solara. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Toyota Solara. 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, 2005 Toyota Solara, 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG XPower | 2005 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | XPower | Solara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
