2006 Audi A4 vs. 2004 MG ZS
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (286 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG ZS. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2004 MG ZS | |
| Make | Audi | MG |
| Model | A4 | ZS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
