2005 Honda Legend vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 MG ZT-T. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 MG ZT-T is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 MG ZT-T. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2006 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2006 MG ZT-T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Legend | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Legend | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 303 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
