2000 Seat Salsa vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 610 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.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Salsa | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Salsa | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
