2005 Honda Stream vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, both 2005 Honda Stream 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 160 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 MG XPower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 2005 MG XPower | |
Make | Honda | MG |
Model | Stream | XPower |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |