2005 MG XPower vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG TF would be higher. 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 202 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 440 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG XPower | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | MG | MG |
| Model | XPower | TF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
