1998 BMW 325 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 325 | Baleno |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |