2007 Suzuki Liana vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 515 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 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Soarer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Liana | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Liana | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
