1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 147 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Suzuki | Honda |
Model | Baleno | Insight |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |