2002 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Baleno | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Baleno | 159 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
