1998 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. 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 1998 Fiat Duna. 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Duna | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Duna | Liana |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |