2002 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 626 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2007 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Mazda 626 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda 626 | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | 626 | Liana |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |