1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. 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, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Lantra | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Lantra | Liana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
