2004 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1002 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.
Because 2004 Dodge Durango 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 2004 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Durango | Liana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
