2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 252 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | S-10 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2490 mm |
