2004 MG ZS vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, both 2004 MG ZS and 2004 Seat Arosa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZS weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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, 2004 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG ZS | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | MG | Seat |
Model | ZS | Arosa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |