2005 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane.
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, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
