2001 Fiat Duna vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 294 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna. 2005 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Duna | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Duna | Liana |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1586 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 | 105 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 | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |