2003 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Lancia Ypsilon.
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 Lancia Ypsilon (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Ypsilon | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Ypsilon | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
