2005 MG ZT vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2005 MG ZT and 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 MG ZT. 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 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZT. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZT | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | MG | Saab |
| Model | ZT | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
