2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 MG ZR
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 MG ZR. (159 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 76 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG ZR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZR. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 MG ZR | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Silverado | ZR |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |