2008 Lada 21 vs. 2008 MG ZS
To start off, both 2008 Lada 21 and 2008 MG ZS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZS (175 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZS weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Lada 21. 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 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada 21. (121 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lada 21 | 2008 MG ZS | |
| Make | Lada | MG |
| Model | 21 | ZS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
