2005 Suzuki Liana vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 184 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Liana | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Liana | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
