2009 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
