2005 MG TF vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2005 MG TF 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 184 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 MG TF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG TF | 2003 MG XPower | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | TF | XPower |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
