2000 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 4 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 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, 2000 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Audi | Suzuki |
| Model | A4 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
