2008 MG ZR vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2008 MG ZR and 2008 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 MG ZR.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 MG ZR | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
Make | MG | Renault |
Model | ZR | Laguna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |