1997 Suzuki Baleno vs. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 1997 Suzuki Baleno and 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (127 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Suzuki Baleno | 1997 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Baleno | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1640 kg |
