2004 MG ZS vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 MG ZS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 MG ZS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2000 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | ZS | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
