2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 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 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 251 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | CR-V | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1326 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
