2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 MG ZT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 39 kg more than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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, 2005 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2005 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | Jeep | MG |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | ZT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
