2006 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 6 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 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2006 Suzuki Forenza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Forenza | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Forenza | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
