1996 Ford Falcon vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Falcon weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Forenza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (173 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Falcon | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3707 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
