2004 Subaru Outback vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, both 2004 Subaru Outback 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 367 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (225 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Outback | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Outback | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
