1999 Kia Shuma vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 88 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma.
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, 1999 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Shuma | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Shuma | Liana |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2490 mm |
