2007 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 131 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Liana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2002 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Astra | Liana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
