2005 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
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 Mazda 3 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
