1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 155 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 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Baleno | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2614 mm |
