2001 Ford Falcon vs. 1997 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (99 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Falcon weights approximately 480 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Baleno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (127 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Falcon | 1997 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Falcon | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 51 L |
