2005 MG XPower vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2005 MG XPower and 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 213 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MG XPower is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MG XPower. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG XPower | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | XPower | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
