2005 MG XPower vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 5 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 145 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG XPower | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | XPower | 118 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
