2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 MG ZR
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Defender. (121 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 932 kg more than 2006 MG ZR.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 MG ZR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Defender | 2006 MG ZR | |
Make | Land Rover | MG |
Model | Defender | ZR |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.5 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 50 L |