1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 505 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Porsche |
| Model | Baleno | 911 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
