2008 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Forenza | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Forenza | 146 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
