2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2001 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Audi | Suzuki |
Model | A2 | Baleno |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |