2007 MG ZT vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 MG ZT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 MG ZT would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 MG ZT (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 MG ZT should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 MG ZT weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 MG ZT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 MG ZT (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 MG ZT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 MG ZT | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | ZT | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
