2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 MG ZT-T
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 MG ZT-T were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT-T. (187 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 MG ZT-T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MG ZT-T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2005 BMW 525 | 2005 MG ZT-T | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | 525 | ZT-T |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |