2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 MG XPower

To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 96 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 MG XPower has manual transmission. 2005 MG XPower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mercedes-Benz E 2005 MG XPower
Make Mercedes-Benz MG
Model E XPower
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 3199 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 221 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2680 mm


 

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