1999 Holden Astra vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 1999 Holden Astra and 1999 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Holden Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Astra | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Astra | Baleno |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |