2008 Suzuki Forenza vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Forenza | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Forenza | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
