2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2006 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana 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 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Prizm | Liana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |