2006 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Forenza | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Forenza | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 30 L |
