2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 MG ZT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MG ZT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZT. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Santa Fe | ZT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
