2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 MG ZT
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 MG ZT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2008 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 MG ZT | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | X5 | ZT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |
