2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E 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 136 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 MG ZT | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | MG |
Model | E | ZT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |