2008 MG ZT vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 MG ZT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 295 kg more than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | MG | Toyota |
| Model | ZT | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
