2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Liana.
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 Hyundai Azera (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Azera | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
