2003 MG ZR vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MG ZR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MG ZR would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 326 kg more than 2003 MG ZR.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG ZR. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG ZR | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | MG | Suzuki |
| Model | ZR | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
