2006 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki SX4. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki SX4 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | SX4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
