2007 Suzuki Alto vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Alto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Alto | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Alto | Liana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1061 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
