2004 MG ZS vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 2 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 595 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.
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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS. 2006 Honda Legend 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. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | MG | Honda |
| Model | ZS | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
