2008 MG ZT vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 MG ZT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | ZT | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
