2006 Suzuki Liana vs. 2006 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2006 Suzuki Liana and 2006 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Matrix (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Liana | 2006 Hyundai Matrix | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Liana | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
