2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sorento 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 117 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 184 kg more than 2008 MG ZT-T.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 MG ZT-T has manual transmission. 2008 MG ZT-T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Kia | MG |
| Model | Sorento | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
