2005 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 522 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 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Forenza | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Forenza | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
