2008 Pontiac G5 vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G5 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G5 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2006 Suzuki Forenza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Pontiac G5 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac G5 | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | G5 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
