2005 Suzuki Liana vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 231 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Liana | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Liana | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |