2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 655 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lancia Thesis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Thesis | Liana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 165 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 | 1895 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
