2005 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (271 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 530 weights approximately 398 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.
Because 2011 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (310 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Forenza | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Forenza | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
