2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, both 2005 Cadillac STS and 2005 MG ZT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac STS. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac STS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 MG ZT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac STS. (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac STS. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2005 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2005 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac STS | 2005 MG ZT | |
Make | Cadillac | MG |
Model | STS | ZT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |