1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Baleno | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
