2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,326 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 167 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. 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, 2008 Suzuki Liana (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Micra | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
