2010 Opel Insignia vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 7 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2010 Opel Insignia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana. 2003 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Insignia | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Insignia | Liana |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1856 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1498 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2737 mm | 2490 mm |
