2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Equinox 2005 Suzuki Liana
Make Chevrolet Suzuki
Model Equinox Liana
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3425 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 144 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 10.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 50 L


 

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