2008 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Ford Fusion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 Ford Fusion.
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 Fusion (212 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fusion | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fusion | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
