2004 Suzuki Liana vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 8 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 480 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Liana | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Liana | 159 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
