2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1144 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2209 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
