2003 MG ZT vs. 2003 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2003 MG ZT and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZT (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2003 MG ZT.

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 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZT. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2003 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2003 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 MG ZT 2003 Peugeot 407
Make MG Peugeot
Model ZT 407
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 2230 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5650 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 3900 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1571 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm


 

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