2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 MG ZT-T. (187 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 MG ZT-T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZT-T. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZT-T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2003 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sorento | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
