1999 Suzuki Baleno vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Suzuki Baleno (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Baleno | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Baleno | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
