1999 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2001 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2001 Toyota Allion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Allion (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Allion weights approximately 320 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, 2001 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Suzuki Baleno | 2001 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Baleno | Allion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
