2008 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Forenza | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | Forenza | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
