2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Liana and 2008 SsangYong Actyon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 569 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana. 2008 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Liana | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Suzuki | SsangYong |
| Model | Liana | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
