2007 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 815 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 2006 Suzuki Forenza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2006 Suzuki Forenza
Make Audi Suzuki
Model A4 Forenza
Year Released 2007 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3123 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.3 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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