2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2003 Kia Sorento and 2003 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 860 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sorento | Liana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |