2003 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2003 Opel Astra and 2003 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana. 2003 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
