2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 3 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ikon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ikon (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ikon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 22 kg more than 2008 Ford Ikon.
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 Ikon (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ikon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ikon | Liana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
