2004 MG ZT vs. 1996 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2004 MG ZT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. 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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZT | 1996 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | MG | Hyundai |
| Model | ZT | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
