2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2004 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Pilot | Liana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 66 L |