2005 MG XPower vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2005 MG XPower and 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MG XPower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MG XPower | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
Model | XPower | Lancer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |