2005 Suzuki Liana vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Liana | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liana | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
