2004 MG ZT-T vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2004 MG ZT-T is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT-T weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZT-T | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | MG | Vauxhall |
| Model | ZT-T | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
