2008 Suzuki Liana vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 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), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 342 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.
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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Liana | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Liana | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| 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 | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
