2000 BMW 316 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 316 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2390 mm |
