2005 Holden Astra vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2005 Holden Astra and 2005 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Astra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Holden Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Astra | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Astra | Liana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |