2005 MG ZT vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZT would be higher. 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 167 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 728 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZT | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | ZT | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| 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 | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
