1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 289 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 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Baleno | Touran |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |