2009 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 MG ZT
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 4 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 MG ZT. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG ZT weights approximately 789 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZT. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mustang | 2005 MG ZT | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Mustang | ZT |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |