2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 897 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sorento | Liana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |