2004 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2004 Suzuki Forenza (173 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Forenza | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Forenza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
