2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2005 Suzuki Forenza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 463 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | SL | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3722 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
