1999 Honda S-MX vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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 S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S-MX | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S-MX | Liana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
