2005 MG ZS vs. 2005 Subaru G3X
To start off, both 2005 MG ZS and 2005 Subaru G3X were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Subaru G3X. (98 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru G3X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZS weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Subaru G3X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru G3X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru G3X 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru G3X. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru G3X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZS | 2005 Subaru G3X | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | ZS | G3X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
