2003 Suzuki Baleno vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Panda weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Baleno (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Suzuki Baleno | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Suzuki | Fiat |
| Model | Baleno | Panda |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2310 mm |
