2003 Opel Agila vs. 2003 MG ZT
To start off, both 2003 Opel Agila 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 MG ZT (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Opel Agila. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Opel Agila. 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 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Agila. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Agila. 2003 MG ZT has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Agila 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.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Agila | 2003 MG ZT | |
Make | Opel | MG |
Model | Agila | ZT |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |