2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2007 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | STS | Liana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
