2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2005 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 265 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 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 2005 Opel Zafira has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Zafira | Liana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |