2006 MG ZR vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZR would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZR | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | ZR | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
