2006 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 100 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 Rover 45. 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 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 45 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
