2008 Acura TL vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Acura TL is newer by 2 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura TL weights approximately 199 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.
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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura TL | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Acura | Suzuki |
Model | TL | Forenza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |