2005 MG XPower vs. 2005 MG TF

To start off, both 2005 MG XPower and 2005 MG TF 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 199 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 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, 2005 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.

Compare all specifications:

2005 MG XPower 2005 MG TF
Make MG MG
Model XPower TF
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 4600 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 317 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1200 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


 

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