2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2008 MG ZR
To start off, 2008 MG ZR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 MG ZR.
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, 2008 MG ZR (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 2008 MG ZR | |
| Make | Mazda | MG |
| Model | 626 | ZR |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
