2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2008 MG ZR
To start off, both 2008 Cadillac DTS and 2008 MG ZR were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 MG ZR. (159 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 453 kg more than 2008 MG ZR. 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 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZR. 2008 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 2008 MG ZR has manual transmission. 2008 MG ZR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2008 MG ZR | |
| Make | Cadillac | MG |
| Model | DTS | ZR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
