2001 Acura RL vs. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon

To start off, 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon.

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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Acura RL 2006 Suzuki Sea Forenza Wagon
Make Acura Suzuki
Model RL Sea Forenza Wagon
Year Released 2001 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3472 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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