2012 Toyota Sienna vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 825 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Sienna | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
Model | Sienna | Liana |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |