2005 Suzuki Liana vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 3 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1090 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Liana | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Liana | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |