2006 Renault Megane vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Megane | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Megane | Liana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
