2001 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Wrangler | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
