2006 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 1 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1631 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 2006 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (174 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
