2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 918 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 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sorento | Liana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |