2005 Kia Sephia II vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, both 2005 Kia Sephia II 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 MG ZT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Kia Sephia II. 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, 2005 MG ZT (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sephia II. 2005 MG ZT has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Sephia II has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Sephia II 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 Kia Sephia II | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sephia II | ZT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
