1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
