2005 MG XPower vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG XPower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG XPower would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2005 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG XPower. (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG XPower.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MG XPower | 2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | MG | Alfa Romeo |
Model | XPower | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4691 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |