2008 SsangYong Rexton vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 699 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 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 SsangYong Rexton | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Rexton | Liana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1851 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
