2009 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Liana (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 348 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, 2005 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio. 2005 Suzuki Liana has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Liana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Rio | Liana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |