2008 Ford Ikon vs. 2006 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Ford Ikon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Liana (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ikon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ikon. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ikon | 2006 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Ikon | Liana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1050 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
