2005 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 7 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1340 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 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (170 Nm). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Forenza | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Suzuki | Land Rover |
| Model | Forenza | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
