2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | FR-V | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
