1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 15 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), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 820 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | Baleno | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| 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 | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2807 mm |
