2006 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 940 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Forenza | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Suzuki | SsangYong |
| Model | Forenza | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |
