2002 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana

To start off, 2002 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana.

Because 2002 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Samurai. 2001 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Suzuki Samurai 2001 Suzuki Liana
Make Suzuki Suzuki
Model Samurai Liana
Year Released 2002 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1560 mm


 

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