2006 MG ZS vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 MG ZS and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 116 kg more than 2006 MG ZS.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 MG ZS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZS | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | MG | Suzuki |
| Model | ZS | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
