2001 Suzuki Swift vs. 2000 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Swift is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Swift | 2000 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |
