2003 MG ZT-T vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 MG ZT-T is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. 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 81 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT-T weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG ZT-T | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | ZT-T | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
