2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2002 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 168 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Liana. 2002 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2002 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Alhambra | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
