2005 MG ZT-T vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2005 MG ZT-T and 2005 Volvo C70 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 ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT-T weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70. 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-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MG ZT-T | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
Make | MG | Volvo |
Model | ZT-T | C70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |