2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana

To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.

Because 2009 Ford E-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford E-350 2003 Suzuki Liana
Make Ford Suzuki
Model E-350 Liana
Year Released 2009 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5406 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 966 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 66 L


 

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