2008 MG ZT vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 ZT (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | ZT | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
