2006 Suzuki Liana vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Liana | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liana | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
