1996 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 291 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Sunfire | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Sunfire | Baleno |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |