2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 73 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 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 2004 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Expedition | Forenza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 66 L |