2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 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 39 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Fiat Stilo. 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 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Stilo | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
