2006 Suzuki Liana vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Liana | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liana | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
