2003 Alpina B7 vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alpina B7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alpina B7 would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina B7 (492 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina B7 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alpina B7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alpina B7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Alpina B7 | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Alpina | Suzuki |
Model | B7 | Liana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 492 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |