2005 Suzuki Liana vs. 2009 Kia Forte
To start off, 2009 Kia Forte is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Forte weights approximately 18 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.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Liana | 2009 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Liana | Forte |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
