2003 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2003 MG ZS
To start off, both 2003 Alfa Romeo GT and 2003 MG ZS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (162 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 MG ZS.
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, 2003 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alfa Romeo GT | 2003 MG ZS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | GT | ZS |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |