2000 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 274 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Samurai | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Samurai | Liana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
