2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
Model | Fabia | Liana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |