2008 MG ZT-T vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT-T. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT-T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT-T | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | MG | Nissan |
| Model | ZT-T | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3489 cc |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
