2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 415 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 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Liana | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Liana | 328 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
