2000 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. 2007 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Baleno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Baleno | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Suzuki | Hyundai |
| Model | Baleno | Accent |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
