2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 MG ZT
To start off, 2006 MG ZT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 806 kg more than 2006 MG ZT.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 MG ZT (410 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 2006 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2006 MG ZT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Express | ZT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
