2004 MG XPower vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 MG XPower.
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 @ 4750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2004 MG XPower has manual transmission. 2004 MG XPower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG XPower | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | MG | Toyota |
Model | XPower | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3246 mm |