2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Charade. 2005 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2009 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2009 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Charade | Liana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |