1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 16 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 840 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Baleno | X3 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
