1995 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Retona | Liana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
