2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2007 Mazda RX-8 and 2007 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2007 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | RX-8 | Liana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |