2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 MG ZS
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZS would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 MG ZS. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZS weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2003 MG ZS | |
| Make | Honda | MG |
| Model | Accord | ZS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
