2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150. 2005 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 MG XPower has manual transmission. 2003 MG XPower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2003 MG XPower | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | F-150 | XPower |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |