2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
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 Ford Focus (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Focus | Liana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
