2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Liana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,326 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Punto | Liana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |