2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
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 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Forenza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |