2000 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. 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, 2000 Honda Insight (123 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Insight | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Insight | Liana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
