1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 146 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Baleno | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
