2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 457 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.
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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (173 Nm). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Park Avenue | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Park Avenue | Forenza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |