2005 Suzuki Forenza vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 112 kg more than 1996 Toyota Celica.
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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (170 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Forenza | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Forenza | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
