2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 2004 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 507 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 2004 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | C-MAX | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
