2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, both 2005 Opel Zafira 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 81 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
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, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Zafira | Forenza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |