2003 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2003 Buick LeSabre is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 582 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, 2003 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | LeSabre | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
