2012 Ford Flex vs. 2002 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 10 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 894 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Liana. 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, 2012 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Flex | 2002 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Flex | Liana |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
