2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2003 MG ZT
To start off, both 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 Mazda Roadster (157 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 MG ZT. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT weights approximately 425 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 Mazda Roadster. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 2003 MG ZT has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 MG ZT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda Roadster | 2003 MG ZT | |
Make | Mazda | MG |
Model | Roadster | ZT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |