2008 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 154 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Liana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |