2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 MG ZT

To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 MG ZT were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG ZT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A4 2008 MG ZT
Make Audi MG
Model A4 ZT
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2965 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 410 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 231 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 6.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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