2002 Suzuki Liana vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 786 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Liana | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Liana | Safari |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
