2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Forenza has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Forenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
