2005 MG ZT vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2005 MG ZT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZT (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa. 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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZT | 2001 Honda Capa | |
| Make | MG | Honda |
| Model | ZT | Capa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
