2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 224 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Exige | Baleno |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 51 L |