2006 MG ZT-T vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 MG ZT-T (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2006 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2006 MG ZT-T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT-T | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | MG | BMW |
| Model | ZT-T | 525 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
