2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 494 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 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XJ | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
