2006 MG ZR vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 MG ZR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 MG ZR.
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, 2002 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZR | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | ZR | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
