2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | A3 | Liana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |