1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 855 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | SL | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2390 mm |
