2001 Mazda B2500 vs. 2004 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda B2500 | 2004 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | B2500 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2490 mm |
