2003 Ford Ka vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 301 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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, 2008 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Ka | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Ka | Liana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |