2003 SsangYong Korando vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Because 2003 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 SsangYong Korando | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Korando | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
