1994 Holden Commodore vs. 2006 MG ZT
To start off, 2006 MG ZT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Holden Commodore. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT weights approximately 185 kg more than 1994 Holden Commodore. 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, 2006 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Commodore. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Holden Commodore | 2006 MG ZT | |
Make | Holden | MG |
Model | Commodore | ZT |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |