2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GT and 2005 MG ZR were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 MG ZR.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 MG ZR | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | MG |
Model | GT | ZR |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |