2005 MG ZT vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 MG ZT and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MG ZT | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | MG | Renault |
Model | ZT | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |