2007 BMW 330 vs. 2002 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 MG ZT-T. (187 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 MG ZT-T weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MG ZT-T. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MG ZT-T. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2002 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2002 MG ZT-T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2002 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 330 | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
