2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 MG ZS
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZS would be higher. At 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 MG ZS. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZS.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZS. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Defender | 2005 MG ZS | |
Make | Land Rover | MG |
Model | Defender | ZS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |