2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Multipla. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Multipla. 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, 2003 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Multipla | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
