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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
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 | 1493 cc | 1585 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
