2006 MG ZR vs. 2011 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2011 Opel Insignia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 MG ZR would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Opel Insignia (177 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 MG ZR. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2006 MG ZR.
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 Opel Insignia (230 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG ZR. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 MG ZR | 2011 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | ZR | Insignia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 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 | 1410 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2737 mm |
