2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 369 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 2003 Fiat Panda. 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, both vehicles can yield 144 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
