2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 MG ZT

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C4 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C4 (176 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4.

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 MG ZT (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4. 2005 MG ZT has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 MG ZT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C4 2005 MG ZT
Make Citroen MG
Model C4 ZT
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 227 km/hour 225 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 8.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1412 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 65 L


 

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