2004 MG ZT vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZT 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 64 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 396 kg more than 2004 MG ZT.
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 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZT. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZT | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | MG | Hyundai |
| Model | ZT | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
