2004 MG ZS vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, both 2004 MG ZS and 2004 Holden Frontera were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS. 2004 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | MG | Holden |
| Model | ZS | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
