1996 Subaru SVX vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX 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, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (170 Nm). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru SVX | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | SVX | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
