2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
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 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion. 2001 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Fusion has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Fusion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fusion | Liana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
