2009 Nissan Titan vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Titan | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Titan | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5549 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
