2008 MG ZT-T vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 MG ZT-T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 MG ZT-T would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG ZT-T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 MG ZT-T | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | MG | Subaru |
| Model | ZT-T | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
