1999 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (342 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1145 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | ML | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
