2006 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 735 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.
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, 2013 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Forenza | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Suzuki | Acura |
| Model | Forenza | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
