2004 MG ZT-T vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2004 MG ZT-T and 2004 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 20 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT-T weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Volvo S80. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG ZT-T | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | MG | Volvo |
Model | ZT-T | S80 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |