2003 Ford Econovan vs. 2003 MG ZT
To start off, both 2003 Ford Econovan and 2003 MG ZT were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZT (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 ZT (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 2003 MG ZT | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Econovan | ZT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |