2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana. 2003 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 3 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
