1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2010 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2010 Buick Lucerne is newer by 14 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 691 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, 2010 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2010 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Suzuki | Buick |
| Model | Baleno | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2936 mm |
