1996 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 3 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Baleno | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Baleno | Polo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
