2004 MG ZS vs. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Tigra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZS would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Tigra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
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 (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2005 Vauxhall Tigra | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | ZS | Tigra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
