2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Wagon R+ | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
