2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Liana (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Suzuki Liana (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda. 2002 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2002 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Panda | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
