2001 Ford Focus vs. 2007 MG ZT
To start off, 2007 MG ZT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 MG ZT (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2007 MG ZT | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Focus | ZT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
