2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2003 MG ZR
To start off, both 2003 Mazda 6 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 300 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 MG ZR (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 6 | 2003 MG ZR | |
Make | Mazda | MG |
Model | 6 | ZR |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |