2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Suzuki Forenza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 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 2008 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | Z4 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
