2004 Suzuki Liana vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 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), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 160 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Liana | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Liana | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| 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 | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
