2003 Ford Puma vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2003 Ford Puma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 67 kg more than 2003 Ford Puma.
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 Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (139 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Puma | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
