2003 Renault Megane vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 2003 Renault Megane and 2003 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 475 kg more than 2003 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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Megane | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Megane | Baleno |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |