2005 MG ZT vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MG ZT | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | MG | Porsche |
Model | ZT | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |