2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana

To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 313 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2007 Suzuki Liana
Make Mercedes-Benz Suzuki
Model C Liana
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1794 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 73.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 231 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 12.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1207 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 50 L