2001 Kia Magentis 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 Kia Magentis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Magentis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Magentis (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Magentis weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Kia Magentis (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Magentis | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Magentis | Liana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
