2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 MG XPower
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2005 MG XPower. (317 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG XPower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2005 MG XPower | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | M3 | XPower |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |