2000 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Rocky | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Rocky | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
