2003 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
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 Renault Megane (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
