2003 BMW 325 vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 325 | ZS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
