2007 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2010 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2010 Mazda MPV is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. Both 2007 Suzuki Forenza and 2010 Mazda MPV are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MPV (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MPV weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Forenza | 2010 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mazda |
| Model | Forenza | MPV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
