2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Suzuki Liana and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo C30 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C30 weights approximately 188 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.
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 Volvo C30 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Liana | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
