2005 Subaru Forester vs. 2006 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Reno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Reno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Reno (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Reno should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 391 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Reno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Forester | 2006 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Reno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |