2012 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 MG ZT
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2003 MG ZT. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2003 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2003 MG ZT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 MG ZT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZT. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 MG ZT | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | Escalade | ZT |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5662 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1857 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2760 mm |
