2007 Audi A4 vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2005 MG ZT | |
| Make | Audi | MG |
| Model | A4 | ZT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4599 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
