2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 MG ZS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 MG ZS are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (176 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
Because 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS, 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2004 MG ZS has manual transmission. 2004 MG ZS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 525 | 2004 MG ZS | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 525 | ZS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |