2000 Kia Sportage vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 257 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Sportage | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sportage | Liana |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |