2004 Suzuki Liana vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 125 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Liana | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Liana | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
