2008 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 228 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2002 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Liana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |