2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Vitara | Liana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |
