2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C30 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 1 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
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, 2007 Volvo C30 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Liana | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Liana | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
