2003 Ford Econovan 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 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 151 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Because 2003 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Econovan | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Econovan | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
