2005 Scion xA 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 Scion xA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Scion xA would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion xA (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion xA should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 Scion xA.
Because 2008 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Scion xA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Scion | Suzuki |
| Model | xA | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
