2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2008 Suzuki Forenza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Forenza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |