2005 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2003 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZT would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 MG ZT. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 197 kg more than 2003 MG ZT. 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, 2005 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZT. 2005 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2003 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2003 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Park Avenue | 2003 MG ZT | |
| Make | Buick | MG |
| Model | Park Avenue | ZT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
