2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 MG ZT
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MG ZT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 MG ZT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MG ZT. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2001 MG ZT | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sorento | ZT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
