2003 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. 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 103 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Liana. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sorento | Liana |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |