2009 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 4 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Fiat Idea.
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, 2009 Fiat Idea (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Idea | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 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 | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
