2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 515 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Silverado | Liana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |
