2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2003 MG ZT-T
To start off, both 2003 Jaguar X-Type and 2003 MG ZT-T were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT-T weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar X-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 2003 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Jaguar | MG |
| Model | X-Type | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2099 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
