2005 MG XPower vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 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 57 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 MG XPower.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MG XPower. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG XPower | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | XPower | X3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2797 mm |
