2004 Suzuki Liana vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, both 2004 Suzuki Liana and 2004 Toyota MR2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Toyota MR2.
Because 2004 Toyota MR2 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 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Liana | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Liana | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |
