2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 226 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Durango | Liana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |