2008 MG ZT vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2008 MG ZT and 2008 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT. 2008 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2008 MG ZT has manual transmission. 2008 MG ZT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 MG ZT | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | MG | Subaru |
Model | ZT | Forester |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 246 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |