2005 Kia Carnival vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Kia Carnival 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (137 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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, 2005 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carnival | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Carnival | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
