2007 Suzuki Liana vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul.
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, 2010 Kia Soul (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Liana. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Liana | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Liana | Soul |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
