2005 MG ZR vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG ZR would be higher. Both 2005 MG ZR and 2010 Opel Insignia are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
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, 2005 MG ZR (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG ZR | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | ZR | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2737 mm |
