2005 MG ZT vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2005 MG ZT and 2005 Peugeot 406 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 122 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 411 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406. 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 Peugeot 406, 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZT | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | ZT | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
