2005 Saturn LW vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, both 2005 Saturn LW 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn LW weights approximately 106 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.
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 Saturn LW (199 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn LW | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
Model | LW | Forenza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |