1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2000 Tata Safari
To start off, 2000 Tata Safari is newer by 4 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata Safari weights approximately 955 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2000 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | Baleno | Safari |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
