2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2004 Ford Fiesta and 2004 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 133 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta. 2004 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Liana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
