1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 499 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Baleno | V70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
