2007 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana

To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1113 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Charger 2004 Suzuki Liana
Make Dodge Suzuki
Model Charger Liana
Year Released 2007 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5653 cc 1585 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 529 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4240 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 50 L


 

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