2004 MG ZS vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 8 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 MG ZS. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2004 MG ZS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 877 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 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | MG | SsangYong |
| Model | ZS | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
