2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2003 MG ZR
To start off, both 2003 Jaguar X-Type and 2003 MG ZR were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,099 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 MG ZR.
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 Jaguar X-Type (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2003 MG ZR | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | X-Type | ZR |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
