2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 634 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Liana | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liana | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1326 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 100 L |
