2001 MG ZT vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MG ZT would be higher. 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (109 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 MG ZT.
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, 2001 MG ZT (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 MG ZT | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZT | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
