2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZR would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 MG ZR. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZR.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2005 MG ZR has manual transmission. 2005 MG ZR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 2005 MG ZR | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | E-150 | ZR |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
