2005 MG ZT vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, both 2005 MG ZT and 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 101 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT, 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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 2005 MG ZT has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 MG ZT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZT | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | MG | Smart |
| Model | ZT | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
