2008 MG ZT vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2008 MG ZT and 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 432 kg more than 2008 MG ZT.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG ZT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 MG ZT (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT | 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | MG | Mitsubishi |
| Model | ZT | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
