2001 MG ZT vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2001 MG ZT and 2001 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 MG ZT weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 MG ZT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 MG ZT (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2001 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2001 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MG ZT | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | MG | Chevrolet |
| Model | ZT | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
