2005 Ford Laser vs. 2003 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2005 Ford Laser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZT-T weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 Ford Laser. 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, 2003 MG ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Laser | 2003 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Laser | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
