2004 Suzuki Liana vs. 2005 Audi A4
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Liana | 2005 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Liana | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
