2006 MG ZT vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT weights approximately 186 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Touran. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZT. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZT | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZT | Touran |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
