2004 MG XPower vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 MG XPower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG XPower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG XPower | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | MG | Porsche |
| Model | XPower | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
