2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 584 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 2007 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jaguar XJ 2006 Suzuki Forenza
Make Jaguar Suzuki
Model XJ Forenza
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1659 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 5220 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.9 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 55 L