2003 Honda Z vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Z 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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Z | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Z | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 654 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
