2002 Opel Signum vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Opel Signum is newer by 6 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, 2002 Opel Signum (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Signum weights approximately 447 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, 2002 Opel Signum (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Signum | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
