Utility
There's no obvious winner between the Volvo V50 and the Suzuki Forenza as far as hauling capacity.
Neither the Suzuki Forenza nor the Volvo has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity.
Performance
The Forenza is likely to feel a little slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Volvo V50.
Dimensions
The Suzuki is likely to feel a tad slow because of its high horsepower-to-weight ratio compared to the Volvo V50.
The Suzuki Forenza's tank is about the same size as the Volvo's, though the V50's is slightly more capacious.
The Volvo V50 and the Suzuki Forenza compete for the same parking spaces.
Convenience
You'll very likely take the Suzuki Forenza for a fill-up about as often as the V50.
Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Suzuki Forenza is quite a bit cheaper to get to the dealership than the V50.
With respect to MSRP, the Suzuki Forenza costs tremendously less than the Volvo V50.
Handling
The V50 and the Suzuki have roughly similar tires.
Drivetrain
The V50's engine is quite a bit more sizeable than the Suzuki Forenza's. Note that more sizeable engines may use more gas than smaller ones.
The Suzuki Forenza could learn a lesson or two from the Volvo V50 in terms of torque.
Comfort
While the front cabin in the Suzuki offers a bit more head room than the V50, there honestly isn't much of a difference.
The Forenza provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Volvo does.
Overview
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Suzuki Forenza isn't quite as generous as the Volvo's.
Other
The Suzuki Forenza emits fewer smog-forming pollutants per 15,000 miles than the Volvo V50.
