2006 Suzuki Liana vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Suzuki Liana and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 280 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 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Liana | 2006 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Suzuki | Opel |
| Model | Liana | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
