2006 Suzuki Liana vs. 2003 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 63 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Liana | 2003 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Liana | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
