1999 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana 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, 1999 Honda Civic (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Liana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |