2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza

To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1040 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 Suzuki Forenza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Voyager 2008 Suzuki Forenza
Make Chrysler Suzuki
Model Voyager Forenza
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2429 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 145 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1915 kg 875 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 55 L