2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2003 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 118 kg more than 2003 MG ZT-T.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 MG ZT-T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2003 MG ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2003 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Hyundai | MG |
| Model | Santa Fe | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
