1999 Ford Tracer vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Tracer weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Tracer | 2000 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracer | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
