2007 Suzuki Liana vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Liana | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Liana | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
