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Nissan Sentra vs Suzuki Forenza

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

Nissan logo

2027 Nissan Sentra

Suzuki logo

2008 Suzuki Forenza

Overview

SpecNissan SentraSSuzuki ForenzaBase
Selected trimSBase
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272008

Pricing & market

SpecNissan SentraSSuzuki ForenzaBase
MSRP$22,890$14,489 (best)
Lowest listing price$5,649 (best)
Median listing price$24,225 (best)
Highest listing price$32,315 (best)
For sale now254 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecNissan SentraSSuzuki ForenzaBase
Combined MPG33 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG30 MPG (best)20 MPG
Highway MPG38 MPG (best)28 MPG
Fuel tank12.4 gal14.5 gal (best)

Performance

SpecNissan SentraSSuzuki ForenzaBase
Horsepower149 hp (best)127 hp
Torque146 lb-ft (best)131 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecNissan SentraSSuzuki ForenzaBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume14.3 cu ft (best)12.4 cu ft
Payload982 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,097 lbs2,756 lbs (best)
Ground clearance4.7 in (best)
Wheelbase106.5 in (best)102.4 in
Length183.3 in (best)177.2 in
Width71.5 in (best)67.9 in
Height57.1 in (best)56.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecNissan SentraSSuzuki ForenzaBase
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimNissan SentraSuzuki Forenza
1

S

$22,890 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$14,489 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SV

$23,590 MSRP

Base

$14,989 MSRP

3

SR

$24,990 MSRP

Base

$15,389 MSRP

4

SL

$27,990 MSRP

Base

$15,589 MSRP

5

Base

$15,889 MSRP

6

Base

$16,089 MSRP

7

Base

$16,489 MSRP

8

Base

$16,789 MSRP

9

Base

$16,989 MSRP

10

Base

$17,689 MSRP

Live inventory

Nissan Sentra vs Suzuki Forenza FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Nissan Sentra or 2008 Suzuki Forenza?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Nissan Sentra vs 2008 Suzuki Forenza on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Nissan Sentra or 2008 Suzuki Forenza?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Suzuki Forenza starts lower at $14,489. Live Nissan Sentra listings start at $5,649.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Nissan Sentra or 2008 Suzuki Forenza?
The 2008 Suzuki Forenza leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (14,489).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Nissan Sentra or 2008 Suzuki Forenza?
The 2027 Nissan Sentra leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Nissan Sentra or 2008 Suzuki Forenza?
The 2027 Nissan Sentra leads on horsepower in this comparison (149).