2005 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 797 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 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (170 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Forenza | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Forenza | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
