2006 MG ZT-T vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2006 MG ZT-T and 2006 Smart ForFour were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 685 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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, 2006 MG ZT-T (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 MG ZT-T | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | MG | Smart |
Model | ZT-T | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |