2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 MG XPower were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 46 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 MG XPower | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 325 | XPower |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |