2004 Suzuki Liana vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Liana would be higher. 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 10 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour. 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 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Liana | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Suzuki | Smart |
| Model | Liana | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
