2005 Opel Astra vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (173 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana. 2001 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
