2005 Kia Visto vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, both 2005 Kia Visto 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 955 kg more than 2005 Kia Visto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 MG ZT 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 2005 MG ZT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Visto, 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, 2005 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Visto | 2005 MG ZT | |
Make | Kia | MG |
Model | Visto | ZT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |