2006 MG ZT vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZT would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 289 kg more than 2006 MG ZT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Liberty. 2011 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2006 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2006 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | MG | Jeep |
| Model | ZT | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
