1999 Renault Spider vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 244 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Renault Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Renault Spider (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 2004 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Spider | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Spider | Liana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3120 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
