2005 Suzuki Liana vs. 2005 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2005 Suzuki Liana and 2005 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Magentis (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Magentis weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Magentis (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 2005 Kia Magentis has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Liana has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Liana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Magentis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Liana | 2005 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Suzuki | Kia |
Model | Liana | Magentis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |