2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 211 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Liana |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |