2008 MG ZT vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 MG ZT. (134 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 MG ZT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT weights approximately 161 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZT. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | MG | Volkswagen |
| Model | ZT | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
