2004 Kia Opirus vs. 2002 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Kia Opirus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Opirus weights approximately 626 kg more than 2002 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 Kia Opirus (294 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Liana. 2004 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2002 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2002 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Opirus | 2002 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Opirus | Liana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
