2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 965 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Pathfinder | Liana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
