2006 Suzuki Liana vs. 2003 Tata Safari
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Tata Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Tata Safari would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2003 Tata Safari 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, 2003 Tata Safari 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Liana | 2003 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Liana | Safari |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
