2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. 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 2005 Ford Expedition. 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Expedition | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
