2004 MG XPower vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 6 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 109 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG XPower weights approximately 315 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG XPower | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | MG | Mini |
| Model | XPower | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2466 mm |
