2008 MG ZR vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, both 2008 MG ZR and 2008 Hyundai i20 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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 ZR (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZR | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | MG | Hyundai |
| Model | ZR | i20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
