2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
