2004 Suzuki Liana vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Suzuki Liana and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 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 Suzuki Liana (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Suzuki Liana | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Liana | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |