2008 MG ZT vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 251 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZT | Touran |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
