2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 32 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Liana | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Liana | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |
