2008 MG ZR vs. 2011 Opel Astra
To start off, 2011 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 MG ZR would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZR (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Opel Astra weights approximately 93 kg more than 2008 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 Astra (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZR | 2011 Opel Astra | |
| Make | MG | Opel |
| Model | ZR | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
