2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,595 cc, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Citi (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 623 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
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 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Liana | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liana | Citi |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
