2009 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 535 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
