2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 575 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 Renault Grand Espace (183 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Espace | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
