2006 Suzuki Liana vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 609 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Liana | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | Liana | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1327 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
