2003 MG ZT-T vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZT-T 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT-T weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZT-T. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZT-T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG ZT-T | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | MG | Renault |
| Model | ZT-T | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
