2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 MG ZT
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 MG ZT were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 MG ZT.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 MG ZT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW X3 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG ZT. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG ZT.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 MG ZT | |
Make | BMW | MG |
Model | X3 | ZT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |