2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 2001 MG ZT
To start off, both 2001 Ford TE-50 and 2001 MG ZT were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 MG ZT. (187 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2001 MG ZT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford TE-50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford TE-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 MG ZT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MG ZT. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 2001 MG ZT | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | TE-50 | ZT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
