2007 MG ZT-T vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT-T weights approximately 327 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG ZT-T. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG ZT-T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG ZT-T | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZT-T | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1968 cc |
| 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
