2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport 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 Range Rover Sport (550 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
