2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Liana (143 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
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, 2001 Suzuki Liana (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
