2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Liana | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
