2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1483 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Defender | Forenza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 174 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |