2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1218 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
