2006 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
