2001 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 890 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Durango | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
