2000 Lancia Kappa vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 1,929 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Kappa (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 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 2000 Lancia Kappa. 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, 2000 Lancia Kappa (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 2004 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Kappa has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Kappa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lancia Kappa | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Kappa | Liana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
