2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 MG ZT-T

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 MG ZT-T 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-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 MG ZT-T.

Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG ZT-T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Wrangler 2008 MG ZT-T
Make Jeep MG
Model Wrangler ZT-T
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 411 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 65 L


 

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