2008 MG ZR vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2008 MG ZR and 2008 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 MG ZR. (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 685 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZR | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | ZR | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
