2004 BMW 316 vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, both 2004 BMW 316 and 2004 Suzuki Forenza were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Forenza (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2004 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Forenza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 BMW 316 (175 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (173 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 316 | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 316 | Forenza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |