2004 Suzuki Liana vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 9 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 400 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 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Liana | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Suzuki | Cadillac |
| Model | Liana | ATS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
