2001 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
