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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (88 HP @ 4000 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. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 228 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 | 1983 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |