2004 MG ZS vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG ZS would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1613 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 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 MG ZS | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | MG | Land Rover |
Model | ZS | Defender |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |