2001 MG ZT vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2001 MG ZT and 2001 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 MG ZT. (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 MG ZT weights approximately 225 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.
Because 2001 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MG ZT. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
2001 MG ZT | 2001 Seat Leon | |
Make | MG | Seat |
Model | ZT | Leon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |