2008 Lotus Exige vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Lotus Exige 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, 2008 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 284 kg more than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Exige | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Exige | Liana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 916 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |