2008 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2003 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Zafira.
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2008 Suzuki Forenza | 2003 Vauxhall Zafira | |
Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
Model | Forenza | Zafira |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |