2006 Suzuki Liana vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Suzuki Liana | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Suzuki | Smart |
Model | Liana | ForFour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |