2005 Scion xA vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion xA would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion xA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 137 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
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, 2007 Suzuki Liana (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Scion | Suzuki |
| Model | xA | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
