1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2000 Toyota Picnic 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 300 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Baleno | Picnic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |