2006 MG ZR vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 MG ZR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 160 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, 2006 MG ZR (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZR | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | ZR | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
