2001 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 153 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Baleno |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |