2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 52 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Soul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Liana | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Suzuki | Kia |
| Model | Liana | Soul |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |
